SHONDEL CALDER
N Norton
Medford,NY
1
Certification
28
years of professional experience
Dedicated Patient Care professional with expertise in delivering direct patient care and fostering independence. Experience includes monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and cultivating trusting relationships to enhance comfort and emotional well-being. Committed to ethical care practices and effective communication, driving high patient satisfaction.
Work History
Care Giver
1 Year 1 Month- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life for individuals.
- Supported daily living activities, fostering independence and improving quality of life for individuals.
- Implemented individualized care plans, adapting strategies to meet unique client needs effectively.
- Monitored health conditions and communicated changes to healthcare professionals for prompt intervention.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Guided patients in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, facilitating improved mobility and function.
Massage Therapist
4 Years 7 Months- Applied therapeutic massage techniques to promote client relaxation and reduce muscle tension.
- Developed customized treatment plans based on client assessments and preferences.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to ensure safe practice.
- Provided clients with self-care techniques and wellness strategies to support ongoing health improvements.
- Managed appointment scheduling and client records using electronic health systems.
- Guided junior therapists in best practices and client interactions to enhance overall service quality.
Operating Room Technician
8 Years- Operated medical equipment, ensuring patient safety and supporting accurate diagnostics.
- Maintained functional knowledge of operational procedures to anticipate needs of surgeons.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline workflows, enhancing patient care processes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline workflow and improve patient care processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on hospital devices, enhancing reliability and performance.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment handling and safety protocols, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
- Maintained operational knowledge to anticipate and address surgeons' needs during procedures.
Nurse Aide
10 Years 8 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to the nursing team promptly.
- Prepared equipment and supplies for patient care procedures to support nursing staff in delivering effective care.
- Educated patients on health management and assisted with mobility and personal hygiene tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with procedures and documentation to streamline workflow and improve patient care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients on health management while assisting with mobility and personal hygiene to promote overall well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas to promote a healthy environment.
Education
- Care Of The Elderly
High School Diploma
Nurse Aide/ Assistant - Nursing Practice
Skills
Daily patient care
Fundamental care
Bedbound patient care
Postpartum patient care
Fundamental patient care
Patient safety protocols
Care plan development
Advanced care techniques
Mobility assistance
Expert patient care
Certification
- Certified CNA NY 2026
- Certificate: Quality Customer Service, 05/2005
- Professional Education Program - Guyana
- Swedish Massage, Advance Therapeutic, Arthritis, 08/2004
Timeline
Care Giver
N Norton
02.2024 - 03.2025Read More
Massage Therapist
Self Employed
05.2016 - 12.2020Read More
Operating Room Technician
St Joseph Mercy Hospital
04.2008 - 04.2016Read More
Nurse Aide
St Joseph Mercy Hospital
08.1997 - 04.2008Read More
Beterverwagtig High School
High School Diploma
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University of Guyana
from Care Of The Elderly
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Nobel Institute
Nurse Aide/ Assistant from Nursing Practice
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